Whiskered Wonderland returns March 8 at Ralph's

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Mar 6, 2014 at 6:00 AMMar 9, 2014 at 1:10 PM

Is twice enough to count something as a local tradition? Because the annual celebration of the beard, Whiskered Wonderland, already feels like the sort of thing that's been around forever, a tradition soaked into the city's bones. Or something like that. In any case, the beard competition is back, with prizes being given out in the categories of freestyle beard, full beard groomed, full beard natural, partial beard, styled moustache, natural moustache and fake beard.

The evening will be hosted by comedian Shaun Connolly and will feature performances by Sawmill, Cirque De Light, Laura Blake and The Great Whiskey Rebellion. Oh, and all proceeds benefit Child Life at UMass Memorial. Whiskered Wonderland II will be held at 8 p.m. March 8 at Ralph's Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St., Worcester. $15. (Victor D. Infante)